Interaction between telomeres and mitochondria prevents cancer : Donga Science
American Salk Institute Telomeres (green) protect the ends of chromosomes from damage. Courtesy of the Salk Institute As we age, the protective structures at the ends of chromosomes, called telomeres, gradually shorten. It triggers a response similar to how the immune system fights a virus, destroying potentially cancerous cells. Understanding the interaction between telomeres and … Read more